Pentax S1 vs Sony G3

Below is a in depth assessment of the Pentax S1 vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the S1 (14MP) and G3 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1 was manufactured 2 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S1 matches up vs the G3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are available at Pentax S1 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax S1 provides outside measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony G3 has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax S1 vs Sony G3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S1 and the G3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and G3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and G3.

As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax S1 to render greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.